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Medieval market
El Cerco de Zamora y Mercado Medieval
Zamora · Castilla y León
2026 edition
15–18 October 2026
✔ Official dates confirmed
2026 programme
- 15 October, 12:00 · Inauguration of the Medieval Market (Plaza Mayor)
- 15 October, 12:00 · Knights' Tournament (Arco de Doña Urraca)
- 15 October, 20:30 · Theatrical performance: Doña Urraca: The Besieged Queen (Arco de Doña Urraca)
- 15 October, Various · Parade (Historic Centre)
- 16 October, 12:00 · Knights' Tournament (Arco de Doña Urraca)
- 16 October, 20:30 · Theatrical performance: Zamora the Well-Besieged (Plaza de la Catedral)
- 17 October, 12:00 · Knights' Tournament (Arco de Doña Urraca)
- 17 October, 19:15 · Theatrical performance: Legends of Zamora (Plaza de San Ildefonso)
- 17 October, 21:00 · Theatrical performance: The Path of Triumph (Jardines de Baltasar Lobo)
- 18 October, 12:00 · Knights' Tournament (Arco de Doña Urraca)
- 18 October, 19:45 · Theatrical performance: A Tale of Betrayal? (Plaza de la Catedral)
- 18 October, 20:00 · Historical recreation of the burial of the sons of Arias Gonzalo (From the Castle of Zamora)
Sources: www.enredando.info · zamora.es · zamora.es
Introduction and local significance
El Cerco de Zamora and Medieval Market is celebrated in the municipality of Zamora, which belongs to the province of Zamora in the autonomous community of Castilla y León. The official dates for this confirmed edition are from 15 to 18 October 2026, maintaining its usual month of October. This festival, classified as a medieval market, has the institutional backing of the Ayuntamiento de Zamora, whose official website is https://zamora.es/. It is advisable to be aware of the planned arrangements for visiting this event that attracts those interested in the Castilian locality.
Historical origins and tradition
This celebration is part of the medieval market events hosted by the municipality of Zamora. As there are no specific documented details about its creation in the available official sources, the festival unfolds according to the established customs in the town of Zamora. Attendees come to the event following the organisational guidelines set for the October days in the province of Castilla y León.
Programme and main events
The official programme of El Cerco de Zamora and Medieval Market spans the dates from 15 to 18 October 2026 in the municipality of Zamora. Before travelling, it is highly recommended to consult the official programme, as schedules and events may change according to the organisation's indications. The management of notices and institutional information is coordinated through the official channels provided by the Ayuntamiento de Zamora for all visitors.
Traditional festival food
Although the official sources do not specify a list of particular dishes for this festival, staying in the municipality of Zamora allows visitors to experience the traditional cuisine of the Castilla y León region. Travellers who visit the town during the medieval market days can discover the general gastronomic offerings of the Zamora territory in the available establishments. This culinary aspect complements the visit to the municipality during the specified dates in October 2026.
Visitor guide and where to stay
It is advisable to book accommodation in advance for the festival dates, especially for the planned days from 15 to 18 October 2026 in Zamora. On the busiest days, it is preferable to use public transport or park outside the town centre to facilitate movement. Staying in the municipality itself or in nearby towns makes it easier to attend the evening events organised during the festival. Before travelling, remember to check the official programme: schedules and events may change according to the evolution of the programme.